For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 562 students in 88135, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in 88135, NM are Texico Middle School, Texico Elementary School and Texico High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 88135 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 88135, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88135, NM Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Texico Middle School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
520 North Griffin
Texico, NM 88135
(575) 482-3801
Texico, NM 88135
(575) 482-3801
Gr: 6-8 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Texico Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
520 North Griffin
Texico, NM 88135
(575) 482-3801
Texico, NM 88135
(575) 482-3801
Gr: PK-5 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Texico High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
520 North Griffin
Texico, NM 88135
(575) 482-3801
Texico, NM 88135
(575) 482-3801
Gr: 9-12 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 88135, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 88135, NM include Texico Middle School, Texico Elementary School and Texico High School.
How many public schools are located in 88135?
3 public schools are located in 88135.
What is the racial composition of students in 88135?
88135 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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